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Diana the Huntress, Bronze Bust, French Circa 1860
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Diana the Huntress, Bronze Bust, French Circa 1860

19th century
Sold 4 February 2026 · Robert Belcher Antiques
This “Diana the Huntress, Bronze Bust, French Circa 1860” found a buyer.

It was listed by Robert Belcher Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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This superb Grand Tour bronze study portrays a bust of Diana of Versailles or Diana the Huntress, considered in Roman and Hellenistic mythology as a goddess and patroness of countryside, nature, hunters, wildlife and childbirth. This fine example is French, circa 1860. It is raised onto a sophisticated base with a thin bronze foot with a turned black slate plinth, and above there is a highly decorative cast bronze cylindrical collar with a detailed view of a procession of Grecian figures on horseback. Above, the bronze bust of Diana is mounted onto a plain bronze suckle, together these elements form a very pleasing bronze study which has good colour and age related patina.

French, circa 1860

Height 40cm x width 16cm x depth 16cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Bronze Diana Bust to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1176625
Dealers Notes

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

Contact details

Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

Mobile 07929 011224

07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

Instagram: robertbelcherantiques

Description
This superb Grand Tour bronze study portrays a bust of Diana of Versailles or Diana the Huntress, considered in Roman and Hellenistic mythology as a goddess and patroness of countryside, nature, hunters, wildlife and childbirth. This fine example is French, circa 1860. It is raised onto a sophisticated base with a thin bronze foot with a turned black slate plinth, and above there is a highly decorative cast bronze cylindrical collar with a detailed view of a procession of Grecian figures on horseback.
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Above, the bronze bust of Diana is mounted onto a plain bronze suckle, together these elements form a very pleasing bronze study which has good colour and age related patina.
Robert Belcher Antiques

French, circa 1860

Height 40cm x width 16cm x depth 16cm

Height
40cm (15.75")
Width
16cm (6.30")
Depth
16cm (6.30")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Bronze Diana Bust to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1176625
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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Worcestershire
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Robert Belcher Antiques
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A dark patinated bronze bust of Diana the Huntress mounted on a decorative circular plinth.
Diana the Huntress, bronze bust, French circa 1860
Ref: SA1176625
A dark patinated bronze bust of Diana the Huntress mounted on a decorative circular plinth.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Busts
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNeoclassical
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Bronze
  • MotifsDraped garment, Updo hairstyle with headband, Relief frieze on plinth, Circular stepped base
  • SizeH 40 cm (16 in) x W 16 cm (6 in) x D 16 cm (6 in)

Nineteenth-century mythological sculptures often drew inspiration from classical antiquity, reflecting a widespread cultural fascination with Greek and Roman deities, heroism, and idealised human forms.

These pieces were typically crafted using the lost-wax casting method, known as cire perdue, which allowed for intricate detail, followed by the application of chemical patination to achieve deep surface colouration.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit a rich, stable patination, crisp chiselling detail from post-casting work, and weight appropriate for solid bronze, often showing age-appropriate wear and oxidisation on the underside.

Positioning the piece on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or sturdy desk allows the classical form to provide a focal point that contrasts effectively with modern minimalist furnishings.

Maintenance requires only occasional dusting with a soft, dry cloth; abrasive cleaners, polishes, or moisture should be strictly avoided to protect the historical patina.
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